Fort
MacArthur preserves the remains of the Los Angeles harbor defenses.
The Fort is located high on a hill overlooking the harbor and
coastline.
The Museum contains exhibits and displays about the history of
Los Angeles harbor defenses and home-front activities during the
World Wars. The Fort MacArthur Museum Store offers items related
to the fort including T-shirts books and manuals. Just down the
hill you will find Point Fermin Lighthouse. Built in 1874 with
lumber from California redwoods. The lighthouse has been restored
to original condition. Tours are offered every day, Tuesday through
Sunday at 1:00 p.m. , 2:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. Gate Park is home
to tthe Korean Friendship Bell which overlooks the Pacific Ocean.
It can be quite windy at Angels Gate Park even in the summer.
The Fort and surrounding area makes an excellent destination for
a fun day trip.
Museum
Hours :12 to 5 PM Tues, Thurs, Weekends & Holidays, arrangements
for special
tours can be made by contacting the museum ( 310) 548-2631 Weekdays, 10 AM-5
PM
Angels Gate
Park, Gaffey and 37th Street, San Pedro 90731
